Learning Development and Aspiration Mentor

Woodlands School; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Career progression

Excellent resources and facilities

Staff wellbeing

Job summary

Woodlands School in the United Kingdom is seeking Learning Mentors / Learning Support Assistants to join a caring team supporting pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs.

The roles are permanent, 32.5 hours per week, during term time plus PD days, with a start date as soon as possible. Salary is within the Grade 6-7 band (£19,954 - £23,438). The school values a supportive, collaborative approach to education.

Qualifications

• Grade 6 - 7 point 7-17 (£19,954 - £23,438).
• 32.5 hours per week.
• Term time plus PD days.
• Permanent role, start ASAP.

Responsibilities

• Provide learning support for pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs.
• Collaborate with teaching staff to tailor support and resources for individuals.
• Create a positive, nurturing environment that enables learning and development.

Job description

Learning Mentors / Learning Support Assistants

Our amazing special school is growing - we need you to be part of our wonderful team!

Do you remember that person from your school days who inspired and motivated you, and maybe changed your life? Could you be one of those adults for our children and young people? Are you ready to change lives?

We want your skills to help shape the futures of our amazing young people, to help them to become the best they can be. Our school is unique, full of love and laughter, and as a dedicated team of supportive colleagues, we hold the young people at the heart of everything we do.We want you to join our team, we want you to be a part of the change for our children and young people who may have never had a positive experience of education, we want you to help us to make a difference.

Can we promise everyday will be easy? No.

Can we promise that every day will be challenge-free? No.

Can we promise that you’ll love every second at our school? Absolutely.

We are interested in WHO you are and WHAT you can offer. For example, you could be an ex-tradesman, a keen gardener, or have a youth work or residential care background; we want the right people and we will tailor the training and qualifications, around you. There are a number of roles available, and we want to shape them around you!

Grade 6 - 7 point 7 -17 (£19,954 - £23,438)

32.5 hours per week

Term time plus PD days (with potential for additional holiday working by agreement)

Permanent

To start As soon as possible

Come and make a difference to the life chances of our young people.

Woodlands is a special school for pupils who have social, emotional and mental health needs. We are proud of the high expectations and aspirations we set for every child and young person, providing an inspiring environment where everyone can learn and achieve.

We provide ambitious and exciting opportunities through well-designed and individualised curriculum packages.

You will be part of a highly effective, supportive team who readily share best practice amongst the team.

You will have the opportunity to work collaboratively with individual children, young people and their parents. You will find each day rewarding, making the difference, and providing support and nurture for children and parents alike.

You will join us in celebrating success and encouraging all our young people to develop broader life skills, investing in them as a whole child.

We are incredibly proud of the achievements of all our pupils and trust that you will feel the same as we work together to ensure the successful future for them.

We offer:

1. Excellent professional learning and support at every stage in your career, with opportunity for continued personal development through our Talent Pathway
2. Career development opportunities
3. Excellent resources and facilities

1. A core belief in staff wellbeing and work life balance for all, evidenced in policy and practice
2. Benefits including funded counselling, physiotherapy and GP and other medical support
3. As a school in the Marches Academy Trust teachers have opportunities to engage with staff across the Trust to support and collaborate with peers and colleagues in sharing the expertise across our family of 18 schools.

(Please note we do not accept CVs).

Closing date for applications:Monday 23rd November 2026

Interview Date: Week commencing: Monday 23rd
ovember 2026

The Marches Academy Trust values each person equally. We are building a diverse team and embedding a welcoming, inclusive culture that encourages diversity and authenticity. We believe this will encourage creative ways of thinking – ensuring we collaborate more effectively and achieve better outcomes.

We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children in our care and expect all staff to embrace this. Shortlisted applicants will be asked to declare any criminal convictions and will be subject to online checks. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

We positively welcome applicants from all qualified candidates who share our ethos.